What's going on in and around Somerset County in June?
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134th anniversary of the Johnstown Flood
May 31, is the 134th anniversary of the Johnstown Flood of May 31, 1889. The Johnstown Flood National Memorial park will commemorate the victims of the flood with events throughout the day. The Visitor Center will be open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. At 4:07 p.m., park rangers will lay commemorative wreaths on the remains of the dam. This marks the time the floodwaters reached Johnstown. The wreath laying will be broadcast live on the Facebook page. Children's activities take place from 6-8 p.m. in the park picnic area, located off of the South Abutment Road. Beginning at 7 p.m., 2,209 luminaries will be lit to honor the victims of the flood. They line the remains of the South Fork Dam and around the Visitor Center. Each luminary will have the name of a flood victim written on it and will remain lit until 10 p.m. Park grounds will remain open until the conclusion of the luminaries. A shuttle will run between the Visitor Center parking lot and the North Abutment from 7-10 p.m. This takes visitors to the North Abutment to view the luminaries. The North Abutment parking lot will close to vehicles. Luminaries will also be visible from the Visitor Center area. Johnstown Flood National Memorial is free of charge. Johnstown Flood National Memorial (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)
Summer development series
To address the challenge and improve quality of care for all school-age children, The Learning Lamp and Pennsylvania Association for the Education of Young Children, aka PennAEYC, launched a free summer professional development series. The workshops can be accessed virtually by any provider, no matter where they live. The monthly workshops take place from May-August via Zoom. The sessions will meet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. School-age professionals including child care staff, teachers, program directors and summer camp staff are encouraged to attend. To reserve a spot, visit https://www.thelearninglamp.org/events/. The series will offer an array of strategies to deliver high-quality summer camp sessions for preschool and school-age children. PQAS hours and/or Act 48 credits will be awarded to participants for each completed two-hour session. The monthly online workshop series includes: June 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Positive Guidance for School-Age Learners (K1 and 5 C1). July 20, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead (K5 C1). Aug. 17, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Let’s Get Moving! (K5 C1). These workshops will be led by the following instructors: Lorrie Hall, M.Ed., TA Coach, Community Connections for Children/ELRC 9 and 10. She is a veteran teacher, child care director, school-age specialist, instructor and coach. Karian Wise, M.Ed., Head of School for Early Learning, Carlow University Early Learning Center and Campus Laboratory School. She is a long-time early learning teacher, child care director, apprenticeship mentor and adjunct faculty member. For more information on The Learning Lamp and the free summer school-age child care provider professional development series, visit https://www.thelearninglamp.org/events/.
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Farmers Market
The Windber Municipal Authority Farmers Market runs from 4-8 p.m. every Wednesday, through Aug. 30, at Windber Recreation Park, 160 Recreation Road, Windber. The Fall Market is from 4-7 p.m. Sept. 20. For more information check out www.windberrec.com or call 814-467-6696.
WalkWorks Wednesdays
The Recreation Economic Committee (REC) of the Cambria Regional Chamber, in partnership with the 1889 Jefferson Center for Population Health, is bringing WalkWorks Wednesdays back to Downtown Johnstown at noon on Wednesdays, through June 21. The walking group will meet near the Cambria County Library, corner of Main and Walnut streets, and will follow a predetermined route. Anyone living, working, or visiting downtown Johnstown is welcome to join this informal walking group. It will provide a great opportunity for participants to get exercise, meet new people and share ideas. Johnstown’s WalkWorks route encompasses 1.8 miles and includes many scenic and historic sites in the city, including the Stone Bridge, the Johnstown Flood Museum, and the Iron to Arts Corridor. There is also a shorter 1-mile option. WalkWorks signs pepper the city streets to keep walkers on the correct route.
Shanksville VBS
Shanksville area churches will hold a combined Vacation Bible School Sunday, from 6-8:40 p.m. June 25-29, at Unity United Church of Christ. The program “Keepers of the Kingdom” will help children learn how to be equipped with the armor of God to stand strong in today’s battle for truth. There will be Bible study, games, craft, music and snacks to engage children ages 3 through fifth grade. Registrations to attend should be made by June 1. To register a child, or for more information, call 814-443-3497.
Three Rivers jazz
For 50 years, the Three Rivers Saxophone Quartet has been pleasing audiences with classical transcriptions of jazz standards. At 7:30 p.m. June 1, the quartet will be performing at the Grand Halle on Broad Street, Johnstown. The program will consist of classical, popular and jazz music. Some tunes will include a rhythm section. Members of the TRSQ are Marino Galluzzo, soprano saxophone; Mike Jacob, alto saxophone; Steve Ehrin, tenor saxophone; and Warren Yeckel, baritone saxophone. Special guest musicians Deb Weible on drums and Bruce Wallace on string bass will assist the quartet in arrangements of jazz standards. This will be the finale of the Grand Halle’s 2022-2023 Chamber Concert Series. Tickets and further information for the Three Rivers Saxophone Quartet are available at GrandHalle.com or by calling 814-254-4033.
Remembering the 1998 Tornado Outbreak: 25 Years Later
May 31 and June 2 mark the 25th anniversary of the tornadoes that struck southern Somerset County in the spring of 1998. The Meyersdale Public Library will feature a program recalling, through photos and oral history excerpts recorded at the time, this unforgettable weather week in Somerset County. The program will begin at 7 p.m. June 1, at the library. Guests are welcome and encouraged to share their own recollections and stories.
Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series
The Allegany Arts Council lineup for the 2023 Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series on the Festival Grounds at Canal Place at 6:30 p.m. each Thursday, from June 1-Aug. 3, launches with a performance by ragtime-fusion act Blair Crimmins & the Hookers. All performances will be family-friendly and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and food and beverages to enjoy the show. Concerts are free. The concert schedule is: June 1: Blair Crimmins & The Hookers; June 8: Sugar Lime Blue; June 15: Shamarr Allen & The Underdawgs; June 22: Incendio; June 29: Driftwood; July 6: TBD; July 13: Special EFX featuring Chieli Minucci; July 20: Six One Five Collective; July 27: Morgan James; Aug. 3: Jessica Lynn.
Online benefit auction
Camp PARC's 2023 online benefit auction is June 1-15, www.campparc.org. Check online auction site daily for new listings that include new and nearly new items, golf packages, gift certificates, antique and vintage items, collectibles, household goods, furniture, home decoratives, handcrafted items, gift baskets, live plants and pellet smoker. The auction enables the camp to annually provided scholarship money to each camper.
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Blood drive
The Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at New Beginnings Outreach Center Church Dream Center from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 2. Accepting all types of blood. To register online, go to Redcrossblood.org or just stop in that day.
Springs Museum
Relive the life and times of the area’s early settlers at the Springs Museum, 1711 Springs Road, Springs. The Springs Museum will be open for the season with new exhibits which will be continually changing all season, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, through October. Donation basis. Adjacent to the Springs Farmers’ Market. www.springspa.org. Sponsored by the Springs Historical Society, 814-662-2625.
Johnstown Farmers Market
The City of Johnstown, 1st Summit Bank, 1889 Jefferson Center for Population Health, United Way of the Laurel Highlands, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Farmers Market in Central Park, Johnstown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Friday, through Sept. 29, except June 23. Night market once a month, every second Thursday beginning in June, through September. First night market is June 8. Live entertainment will be featured at all night markets. Access to locally sourced produce, artisan made goods and ready to eat foods. The SNAP program will be part of this market season.
Springs Farmers' Market
Visit Spring Farmers' Market, 1711 Springs Road, Springs, Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Sept. 23. Produce, antiques, flea market, flowers. Folk Festival is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 6-7. Handmade gifts, music, Pennsylvania Dutch foods, demonstrations. A celebration of the arts, skills and labors of our forefathers. 814-662-2625. springspa.org.
SoCo Farmers Market
SoCo Farmers Market at 243 W. Main St., Somerset. Runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 21.
5th annual Golf Scramble
Meyersdale Football presents the 5th annual Golf Scramble at 8 a.m. June 3, at Middlecreek Golf Club. Registration starts at 7 a.m. Includes lunch, golf and cart. Kicker prizes. To sign up, text 814-442-4306 or email redonaldson@masd.net.
Collect and Earn
The Meyersdale Area High School marching band “Collect and Earn” event will be held June 3-7. The band will be accepting donations of used and unwanted clothing, linens, shoes, purses, toys, tools and household items. Collection bins will be set up outside of the band room doors at Meyersdale school, 1349 Shaw Mines Road, Meyersdale. Goodwill will then pay the band, per pound, for donations. Bins will be available for drop-off each day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. From 9 a.m. to noon June 3, members of the band and volunteers will be on-site to help unload vehicles. For those with questions about accepted items, call 301-707-7312 or email h_sloane@yahoo.com.
Sub and pizza sale
A sub and pizza sale will be held starting at 8 a.m. June 3, at New Beginnings Outreach Center Church in the Dream Center. Items are from Kovals. Items offered are regular subs, turkey subs and pepperoni pizzas. All proceeds benefit Operation Christmas Child. The church is one mile north of Jennerstown on the right at 7398 Somerset Pike, Boswell. For more info or to pre-order, contact the church at 814-629-5001.
Touchstone’s Annual Open House
Touchstone Center for Crafts, 1049 Wharton Furnace Road, Farmington, annual open house from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 3 brings together artisans, inspiring art exhibitions, live music, captivating demonstrations, hands-on activities and a vibrant community of art lovers. An opportunity to provide visitors to interact with the artisans and community partners from the region. Community partners will be on hand to share resources and answer questions about other fine cultural attractions in the area. The event offers a range of artist demonstrations and activities, allowing participants to gain hands-on experience in various artistic disciplines. Many of the showcased pieces are available for purchase.
Beekeepers meet
The Cambria-Clearfield-Blair County Beekeepers will meet at 11 a.m. June 3, in Cambria County, at the home of Bernie and Anne Svidergol, Ebensburg. This is queen field day. This is an outdoor gathering. Bring a lawn chair and protective clothing. Bring food to share. No fee charged. Need not be a beekeeper to attend. For more information, call 814-472-7637, or email pigeonflyr@verizon.net.
Walk-thru Basket Bonanza
SS Peter and Paul Orthodox Church Walk-thru Basket Bonanza is 12-3 p.m. June 4, at the pavilion, 141 Hoffman Farm Road, Windber. Drawings will be broadcast live on church Facebook page at 3:30 p.m. Ticket includes 25 chances. 50/50, lottery tree, gift card board and other raffles. Holupki, pirohi and baked goods will be available for purchase. Call 814-659-4936 for information.
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Photo contest
Somerset Parks and Recreation Board 2023 photo contest. The theme is "Explore the Beauty of Somerset County Parks and Trails." All proceeds go toward the construction and maintenance of the trail systems. The photo must be from the Somerset County section of the Great Allegheny Passage, the September 11th National Memorial Trail or Somerset Lake Nature Park. Prizes will go to the top three winners. There will be a People's Choice Award, based on a public Facebook vote from the Facebook page: Somerset County Parks and Recreation. Photos will be uploaded to the Facebook page June 8, and the photo with the most "likes" at 9 a.m. June 16, will win the People's Choice Award. Winners will be announced by June 23. First place prize is $140; second place $125; third place $75 and People's Choice Prize is $50 value. Deadline for submission is June 2. Contact Lindsay Baer, 300 North Center Ave., Suite 540, Somerset, or email baerl@co.somerset.pa.us, or mmarchewka@somersettrust.com, or call 814-445-1572.
Recovery to Work programs
UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Twin Lakes announces the formation of two "Recovery to Work" classes in both Somerset and Cambria counties beginning in June. The free program is designed to help individuals in recovery find a career, and targets both those interested in rejoining the workforce, and those who currently have a job but want to investigate a new career path. Participants will complete a vocational profile, build a resume, and practice interview skills in conjunction with CareerLink. Boundaries and disclosure will be covered to best assist those in recovery to prepare for the workforce. In addition, certified recovery specialists will assist with a session specifically on common struggles individuals in recovery face. Scholarship opportunities to assist with barriers to employment are also available. The six session classes will run as follows: Somerset — Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning June 6, from 9-10:30 a.m. at 223 S. Pleasant Ave. Johnstown — Thursdays and Fridays starting Aug. 3, from 10-11:30 a.m. at 132 Walnut St. on the third floor. Interested individuals should email twinlakes@upmc.edu for more information or to sign up.
Wetlands workshop
Do you remember the last time you explored a wetland? Join in at 1 p.m., June 11, at Somerset Lake Nature Park (SLNP) at the Mike Ohler Pavilion near the north end of the lake. Somerset County Conservancy and Somerset Lake Action Committee (SLAC) member Bob Hook will lead a discussion on the benefits of wetlands. Following the program, attendees who wish to go for a guided walk on the lake trail will be able to do so. Binoculars, water, bug repellent, and walking shoes are recommended. The event will be held rain or shine. Register by June 6, somersetconservancyevents@gmail.com. Upcoming events: June 11: 1 p.m. – Wetlands, at Somerset Lake, hosted by Bob. June 25: 1 p.m., Fern Walk, at KRNA, hosted by Scott. July 8: 8 p.m., Nocturnal Nature Hike, at KRNA, hosted by Aaron. July 23, 30 or Aug. 6: Wetlands/AMD Walk, at Mallards Rest, hosted by Bob. Aug. 27: 8:30 p.m., Star Party, hosted by Scott, location TBD (Menser or Bastian Farm). September 2023: Membership Picnic. September 2023: Mushroom Walk. October 2023: Campfire, storytelling, history of things that once were. December 2023: Annual Meeting and Dinner
Summer Youth cafe
Healthy and free meals for all youth, ages 18 and under closed July 4, noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, June 9 through Aug. 22, at the Meyersdale Fuller Playground, 275 Grant St., Meyersdale; breakfast 8:30-9:30 a.m. and lunch 11 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday, June 5-29, July 10-Aug. 3, at Windber Area High School, 2301 Graham Ave., Windber. No cost or sign-up required. Grab and Go meals — multiple days of breakfast and lunch included. For information on additional sites throughout the county, go to pittsburghfoodbank.org/summer, call 2-1-1 or text "FOOD" to 304-304.
Blue Star Event
The Somerset County Military Family Support Group second "Blue Star Event" from noon to 4 p.m. June 10, at the Puddle, 1337 Husband Road, Somerset, honoring active soldiers from Somerset County. Lunch, introductions and a few speakers. Family members will then be introduced and receive the Blue Star Banner which was patented in World War I to hang on the window of their home. For more information to receive this banner, call or email Donna Nedrow Hendershot at 814-521-9844, or email dhhappysea@gmail.com.
CACCC exhibition
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County 2023 June and July exhibition, Shakti, the Power of the Feminine!, an exhibition featuring a mixture of paintings by artist Nalini Bhat. Shakti, the Power of the Feminine! will be hosted in the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center gallery and showcase a wide variety of Nalini’s artistic works. The opening reception for this exhibit will be from 1-3 p.m. June 10. A video tour and artist lecture of the artwork will be available on the Community Arts Center’s YouTube and Facebook pages after the start of the exhibit. Shakti, the Power of the Feminine! will be on display from June 3 through July 28. The Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. India Wonders: A Cultural Art Luncheon will take place 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 8. This luncheon will include cultural art, entertainment, and food from India Garden.
Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses
One of the largest convention organizations in the world has once again chosen Johnstown to host its global three-day event, the 2023 “Exercise Patience”! Convention June 9-11, at the 1st Summit Arena @ Cambria County War Memorial. Some 6,000 conventions will be held worldwide as part of the 2023 “Exercise Patience”! Convention series. From Friday through Sunday, six convention sessions will explore the quality of patience, highlighting its modern-day relevance through Scriptural examples. A live baptism will be performed following the Saturday morning session and a prerecorded drama will be featured in two parts during the Saturday and Sunday afternoon sessions. The convention is open to the public and no collection is taken. For more information on the program or to find other convention locations and dates, go to jw.org and navigate to the “About Us” tab.
Summer Block Pawty
Kick off summer at the Summer Block Pawty 2-8 p.m. June 10, at Humane Society of Cambria County, 743 Galleria Drive Extension. This fun for the whole family event benefits the Humane Society of Cambria County. Live bands, food trucks, craft vendors, cornhole tournament, basket party, alcoholic refreshments, kids korner, Pawsome Petting Zoo, dunking booth, pet adoptions, car show and much more.
Len LaPlaca presentation
Len LaPlaca will be conducting two presentations at the Windber Public Library at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. June 10. They will be on "Kindness" and "The Power of Your Responses." Reservations are required and can be made by calling 814-467-4950, 814-467-6105 or 814-321-1093. All of his four books can be purchased, including is recently published novel, "Morag's Saga."
Great Day on the Gap
Bike-friendly party June 10 at Cedar Creek Park. Bike or hike your way to mile marker 110 in Cedar Creek Park for the event to celebrate the Great Allegheny Passage for the inaugural fundraiser, rain or shine. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. enjoy food served up by Earth, Wheel and Fire and Revival Chill, plus sip beer from Bloom Brew and Trailhead Brewing Co. Live music, an event T-shirt, raffled auction baskets and cookies. Take a test ride on a custom mobility-accessible tandem bike with the JoyRiders. Explore the footpath in Cedar Creek Gorge. Sit by the Youghiogheny River. The first 40 VIP ticket holders receive a complimentary guided tour of The Ruins Project. Parking is limited so bike in from your favorite trailhead.
Cash Bingo
Meyersdale Salisbury Berlin Relay For Life Cash Bingo is at 2 p.m. June 11, at the Meyersdale Elks, 327 Dale St., Meyersdale. Doors open at 12 p.m. Early birds at 1 p.m. for an additional charge. Six paper cards per game. Basket raffle, 50/50 and concession stand.
Antiques & Collectibles
The Hanna’s Town Antiques & Collectors Market is held the second Sunday of each month, through October. The gate opens at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, and the market continues through early afternoon, although some vendors are set up by 1 p.m. Saturday and sell that afternoon. There is parking on site. Future dates for 2023 are June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, and Oct. 8. Proceeds benefit the Westmoreland Historical Society’s education and preservation projects at Historic Hanna’s Town, a Revolutionary War period settlement and site of the first English courts west of the Allegheny Mountains. Historic Hanna’s Town is at 809 Forbes Trail Road, Greensburg. For additional information, call 724-836-1800 or visit www.westmorelandhistory.org.
Big 50 Bingo
Big 50 Bingo 1 p.m. June 11, at St. John's Parish Hall, New Baltimore. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Refreshments available. Payouts: Regular games $50; specials $100 and jackpot $500.
Grace Community Day
Meyersdale Grace Brethren Church Grace Community Day, 1-4 p.m. June 11, at Paul Fuller Playground. Morning worship service at 10 a.m. Food, music, fellowship, bounce house, face painting and kid/teen games.
100th church anniversary
The Windber Covenant Brethren Church, 500 19th Street, in Windber is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the church building's dedication. A special service will be held at 10:30 a.m. June 11. The Rev. Lee Smith from the Mt. Joy Covenant Brethren Church will be the guest speaker. A covered dish meal will follow the service. The Rev. Joe Brown is the pastor.
Picnic with the Elephants
Food and refreshments, raffles, crafts and games, and tractor tour of the elephant areas are all on the agenda for the Picnic with the Elephants, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 15. Each participant will have the opportunity to be part of a tractor tour around the elephant grazing areas hosted by the International Conservation Center staff. Chances to win an original painting by Jackson the elephant. Buy session ticket at Somerset-county-foundation.square.site. Tickets go on sale June 12. Tickets are available only online and will not be sold at the gate. Limited quantity available. The event will be held rain or shine. All proceeds benefit the Somerset County Foundation.
Berlin Block Party
The 2023 Berlin Volunteer Fire Department annual Block Party is June 13-17. Fire department games, bingo, entertainment, eat stand, parade, chicken barbecue and fire department open house all on the schedule.
2023 SummerQuest
The Mary S. Biesecker Public Library 2023 SummerQuest summer learning program. Annual outdoor story times begin 10 a.m. June 13, at the Union Street Playground. The stories are designed for toddlers, preschoolers and students grades K-2 and will be held on June 13, 20 and 27, July 11 and 18. Baby Rhyme Time for children under 2 years old. In case of inclement weather, relocate to the library. The Penn State Master Gardeners of Somerset County Budding Gardeners program gardening workshops for children from grades K-5, Thursdays in June (June 8, 15, 22 and 29) at 10 a.m. at the Biesecker Library. This year, the gardeners will host classes on butterflies, creating a butterfly habitat, container gardening and bees. Space is limited, so sign up as soon as possible. As a participant in the Summer Youth Cafe Program, free lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays from June 13-July 18, along with at the Budding Gardeners events on Thursdays in June, at the Union Street Playground. Lunches are provided by the Summer Food Service Program of the Pittsburgh Food Bank. Sign up in advance so that an appropriate amount of lunches can be prepared. Older children and teens are invited to take part in the Summer Learning program from June 20 through July 25. Grades 3-5 can register at the library and pick up a reading bingo card. If completed by July 25, return it to the library for a free book. Grades 6-12 can read at least two books and write two teen book reviews in order to be eligible for a free book. For anyone who’d prefer to keep track of books online, sign up online to create an account on Beanstack. Read and complete the online activities to be eligible for a free book. Pick up a Badge Book at the library. Sign up for programs, online at maryslibrary.com, call 814-445-4011 or register in person at the library.
Maple City Farmers' Market
The Maple City Farmers' Market is happening this year from June through September, the second Wednesday of the month, from 4-7 p.m. at uptown Meyersdale on the corner of Main and Center streets. June 14, July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 13. Live music in the gazebo.
Confluence Creative Arts Center
Confluence Creative Arts Center has activities planned for the summer months. Three Chords and Be There! Jam and Folk Sing, 6:30-8:30 p.m. third Thursdays, June 15, July 20, Aug. 17. Bring your voice, your ukulele, your guitar (all acoustic instruments welcome), and your enthusiasm for a foot-tapping evening of singing and playing. Each Jam and Folk Sing will have a theme. If you want, bring along a couple of tunes or songs that you might want to do with the group. June — Love Songs. July — Labor/Work Songs. August — Silly Songs.
Restitution
Community Arts Center of Cambria County Log Artheatre production of Restitution, 7 p.m. June 15-17 and 2 p.m. June 18. A premiere production from local playwright Ryan Locke, The American Old West 1876. A small town has been overtaken by a corrupt mayor and his son. Coincidentally a mysterious gunslinger arrives at the local saloon causing the townsfolk to become suspicious. His dark and violent past that follows him there turns the town into a powder keg. caccc.org/log-art-theatre or call 814-255-6515.
Ligonier Night Market
The monthly Ligonier Night Market will kick off its 2023 season at 5 p.m. June 15, around The Diamond and along Main Street in historic downtown Ligonier. Established in 2020, the event enables shoppers to buy fresh produce, farm-raised meats, craft-made beverages, and other food products from more than 30 local farmers and food processors. And last year, crafters and artisans joined the Night Market to sell their hand-made goods and products — ranging from unique woodcrafts to original artwork and more. The Ligonier Country Market (LCM) and the Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce co-sponsor the Night Market, which will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month through September. (June 15, July 20, Aug. 17, and Sept. 21). Musical entertainment schedule: artists will perform on the Diamond Park bandstand: June 15: The Evergreens; July 20: Acoustical Bruce; Aug. 17: Detention; Sept. 21: Cashout. Books Come Alive — a unique library-based outreach program that takes best loved children's books and turns them into 30-minute musicals designed to reach students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Performances to the Night Market on June 15 (Alice in Wonderland’s New Adventures) and Aug. 17 (The Velveteen Rabbit). The shows will start at 6 p.m. and will be held on the library’s outside patio. Adults should plan to stay with their children for the show. Registration is required and can be completed at ligonierlibrary.org. Visit ligoniercountrymarket.com, ligonier.com, or the LCM’s Facebook page.
Grain Thief at VOMA
Grain Thief will perform at VOMA June 15, with opener Fiddlin’ Ray Bruckman. The show is for all ages. The doors at VOMA, 305 Chestnut St., in Cambria City, will open at 7 p.m., music will start at 7:30 p.m., and the event is BYOB for those 21 and over, with ID. Advance tickets are highly recommended and are available online. Visit www.vomajohnstown.com/events for more information. Grain Thief is a 5-piece string band from Boston, Massachusetts. Formed in 2015, the group released their debut EP Animal, which showcases their roots in folk, bluegrass, and old time music. Opener Fiddlin’ Ray Bruckman is a long-time friend of VOMA and fan favorite, and has performed at VOMA over the years in a variety of bluegrass bands on both fiddle and mandolin. For more information, contact Micah at voma.booking@gmail.com or 814-659-7976.
Sporting Clays Tournament
Sporting Clays Tournament to benefit Somerset County Mobile Food Bank June 17, at Buffer Creek Sporting Clays, Sipesville, 776 School House Road, Somerset. Wobble trap 8 to 9:15 a.m. Registration 8 a.m. Safety meeting at 9:15 a.m. Clay shoot begins at 9:30 a.m. Registration includes T-shirt, doughnuts and coffee before the shoot, 100 sporting clays, lunch and awards ceremony. Shotgun shells and guns are not included. Prizes will be awarded to the top score for the combined team and also the top men and women shooters. Raffles will also be available. The Somerset County Mobile Food Bank is a volunteer-based nonprofit organization that supplies food each month to about 1,500 local families in need. The food bank operates mainly off of donations and grants.
Wings-n-Waves
Wings-n-Waves at the Windber Recreation Park, sponsored by the Windber Municipal Authority. Three local restaurants and bars compete head to head each week 6-10 p.m. Thursdays to crown the 2023 Wings-n-Waves Champions. Enjoy a night swim in the lighted pool. The best bands playing on the outdoor stage. Enjoy cold beverages, wings, fresh cut fries and vote for your favorite wings. June 15: The Grove, Red's Texas BBQ, Bites & Brews. Music by Octane. June 22: Mel's Restaurant and Bar, Windber Moose, Polish Falcons. Music by Velveeta. June 29: Castle Pub, J.R.'s Sports Den, Johnstown Inn. Music by Giants of Science.
Windber Miners' Memorial Weekend
Windber Miner's Memorial Weekend June 15-18, includes music, street dances, food vendors, fun and activities every day. June 15: The Runaways Reunion Jam. June 16: TBA. June 17: Ole '97. June 18: Father's Day Car Show.
Pittsburgh Zoo Safari
Somerset County's 15th annual Pittsburgh Zoo Safari is 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 20. Wristbands available starting June 19, while supplies last. Wristbands available at: Somerset County Chamber of Commerce, 601 N. Center Ave., Somerset, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; Somerset Trust Co. lobby only of Somerset County branches only - Berlin, Boswell, Confluence, Glades Pike, Hooversville, Main office, Meyersdale, Meyersdale Southside, Somerset Plaza and Somerset WalMart.
Strawberry Festival
The Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 3093 Glades Pike, Somerset, Strawberry Festival and chicken barbecue is June 21, starting at 4 p.m. until sold out. Chicken barbecue dinner includes ½ barbecue chicken, baked beans, potato salad, choice of strawberry pie or strawberry shortcake. Drive thru only. Pre-orders can be submitted to Andi Cole at 814-483-0369.
Coffee House Series
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County (CACCC) 8th season of the Coffee House Series outdoors on CACCC’s Amphitheatre or indoors in the main space gallery of the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center building. Coffees, teas and baked goods for purchase during the event. All Coffee Houses start at 7 p.m. and run until 8:30 p.m. June 22: Midnight Graffiti; July 6: Tim Dabbs.
Grantsville Days
Grantsville Days 2023 is June 23-25. Sponsored by the Grantsville Lions Club, Grantsville, Maryland.
Electronics collection
Somerset County Recycling is hosting a free electronics collection event 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 24, at 4192 Glades Pike, Somerset (Giant Eagle). This drop off collection event with JVS Environmental is open to all county residents. Accepted electronics include televisions, printers, computers, monitors, laptops, cell phones withno cost associated. The following materials will not be accepted: any liquid, household appliances, loose batteries, or materials that would adversely impact operations or result in environmental health problems.Contact Somerset County Recycling by phone at 814-445-1544 with any questions.
Meyersdale GBC VBS
Meyersdale Grace Brethren Church, 112 Beachley St., Meyersdale, 814-634-5980, www.meyersdalegrace.org, Vacation Bible School is 9-11 a.m. June 26-30, for pre-K through sixth grade children. The theme this year is "Stompers and Chompers," a dinosaur theme where they will be emphasizing faith, Bible stories and the Gospel through daily lessons, crafts, games and snacks.
Golf outing
The annual golf outing to benefit Tunnel to Towers, swing for the vets and first responders, 10 a.m. July 1, at Northwinds and Northwinds Peninsula, Arnold Palmer's first designed course. Four person scramble shotgun start, includes meal and prizes. Hollern Insurance of Windber $10,000 hole-in-one challenge on a par 3 hole at each course. For more information, call Andy Grieco at 814-525-4976 or andygrieco@verizon.net, Northwinds 814-754-4653 or Northwinds Peninsula 814-754-3461.
Yard sale
The Great Allegheny Yard Sale is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 7, 8 and 9 in Jennerstown, Sipesville, Boswell, Stoystown, Jerome, Quecreek, Acosta, Gray, Jenners, Jenner Crossroads and Jenner Township.
Car cruise
The 10th annual Glades Pike Winery Endless Summer Car Cruise, 1-5 p.m. July 8, at Glades Pike Winery, 2208 Glades Pike, Somerset. Registration at 12 p.m. People's Choice three winners, special judge's choice award and dash plaques. Food by Pappy D's and Rosalinda Express. Music by The Vandells. No registration fee. Family friendly, Leashed pets are welcome outdoors. Grass parking for show cars.
Touch A Truck fundraiser
The Meyersdale Salisbury Berlin Relay For Life's Touch A Truck fundraiser, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 8, at the Salisbury-Elk Lick High School student parking lot. Food and beverages available for purchase at the high school baseball field. Fire trucks, construction trucks, emergency vehicles and more. All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society. For more information or to volunteer, contact Wayne Kabina 814-279-6293.
Car show
Car show 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 8, at the Salisbury-Elk Lick School District lower teacher parking lot, 196 Smith Ave., Salisbury. For more information, contact Wayne Kabina 814-279-6293 or Kandi Kabina cassondrraalison75@yahoo.com.
CACCC Cultural India Art Luncheon
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County presents "India Wonders: A Cultural Art Luncheon"from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 8. This event will be filled with art, entertainment, and food from India Garden. This special cultural luncheon will begin with a gallery talk about the displayed works of Nalini Bhat’s "Shakti, the Power of the Feminine!" exhibition; along with traditional Chai Tea, served hot or cold as authentic cultural music from the Terra Pan will be played by Mark Ed. An authentic Indian lunch from India Garden will include chicken tikka masala (boneless chicken cooked and curried in Indian spices), palak paneer (spinach and homemade Indian cubed cheese cooked with aromatic Indian spices), rice, naan bread (bread cooked in clay oven), and jalebies (funnel like shape made out of flour and rice flour) for dessert. In addition, the entertainment of belly dancing and sword dance will take place during lunch.